Docker and Bioconductor - Delivering Containerized Open-Source Genomic Data Analysis Software

Explore a 21-minute conference talk from the Docker Community All-Hands event in December 2021, focusing on the integration of Docker with Bioconductor for genomic data analysis. Learn how containerization addresses complex dependency issues in bioinformatics software, enabling efficient distribution of pre-built dependencies and production-ready package binaries. Discover the benefits of using Docker for Bioconductor, including improved user experience, streamlined data analysis, and enhanced educational capabilities. Gain insights into the broader impact of containerization on open-source projects and infrastructure management in scientific computing. Understand how Docker simplifies the deployment of analysis environments, facilitates testing, and supports cloud-based workflows for genomic research.

Intro
Bioconductor and Docker
Docker community All-hands Dec 2021
Big picture
Scientists should do science
Infrastructure and dependency management
Test environment
Bioconductor package binaries
Cloud deployment of analysis environment
Build dependencies into the container
Ease of use
Docker Hub
Microsoft container registry
Adoption at scale on other open source projects
How to containerize Build system? ?
Questions?